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Posted May 20, 2012 01:06 am - Updated May 20, 2012 01:16 am

From The A-J's Pages

25 years ago:

Max Stephenson, for one, is glad it’s finally playoff time for the Monterey Plainsmen. That’s because the Monterey shortstop functions at his best when he’s under a little pressure, and there’s plenty of that for the Plainsmen as they swing into the area round of the Class 5A state playoffs.

50 years ago:

A new approach to driver education in Lubbock schools has been presented to the Citizens’ Traffic Council schools committee by Hershal Avinger, director of pupil personnel services. The meeting was called because of numerous inquiries received by CTC concerning “curtailment” of the driver education program.

75 years ago:

Vincent Lopez is predicting the end of the era of swing music — attributing it in part at least to the desire for sweeter, not so harsh melodies that accompanies the return of more prosperous times and easier living. By the way, are you experiencing more prosperous times and easier living?

100 years ago:

Famous in two centuries, the recognized standard of the world. Gallup Saddles — priced from $35 to $75 with an absolute guarantee and Gallup Harness. If better ones are ever made they will come from our shops. Write for catalog — The S.C. Gallup Saddlery Company, 401 4th St. Pueblo, Colo.